Senior Project Manager

Looking for an opportunity to make a lasting mark on future generations and the communities they call home? HEI, an unrivaled contracting leader for over 50 years with operations in Arizona, the Carolinas, Colorado, and Texas, is a top heavy‑civil construction company dedicated to transforming landscapes. We focus on safety, people, quality, and production across roadways, bridges, water infrastructure, and environmental restoration. Join us as an experienced Senior Project Manager in Dallas.

Responsibilities

• Overall management of the project management team.
• Thoroughly review all job costs and job issues with project managers.
• Support Project Managers during the contract negotiation process.
• Coordinate and provide updates to the VP of Project Management and Estimating.
• Assist Project Managers during the construction planning phase and schedule work to ensure deadlines will be met.
• Maintain an expected profit throughout construction.
• Create and retain relationships with clients.
• Review costs and quality daily.
• Monitor Extra Work Orders to guarantee the project stays within budget.
• Write and ensure all EWOs are signed before work starts.
• Print and have all Recaps signed daily.
• Procure all permits and licenses before construction starts.
• Plan revisions/pricing/distribution GS, FS, As‑built Table.
• File electronic copies of all Project Documentation procured by FS.
• Procure and file electronic copies of ROW, Street Cut, Fire Line, Domestic Service, permits, etc.
• Address and remediate project issues related to schedule, cost, quality, and quantities.
• Review progress on phase codes with Field Superintendent.
• Approve and track invoices.
• Forecast each project on a weekly basis with Field Superintendent and General Superintendent.
• Conduct weekly key project update meetings.
• Review the quality of HJ input daily – pictures, quantities, and notes.
• Maintain involvement with projects throughout the building phase – take ownership.
• Inform the General Superintendent and the Field Operations Manager of significant budget busts or quality issues.
• Participate in periodic reviews and visits to projects as appropriate.
• Train and develop junior Project Managers.
• Other duties as assigned by the manager.

Skills

• Computer skills in Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, and HCSS estimating software.
• Ability to break down construction operations into a logical sequence of activities.
• Superior customer service skills.
• Effective communication and subcontractor management.
• Attention to detail with the ability to recognize discrepancies.
• Team‑oriented work style.
• Ability to meet deadlines and commit the time needed to get the job done.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.

Education and Experience

• 10+ years of experience with civil and/or heavy highway construction.
• Experience with underground utilities, earthwork, and roadway projects preferred.